Coverings for Women
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Brothers and Sisters in Islam, I greet you.. Asalaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh.
I was thinking this morning about how things are in America, as regards my own upbringing and then the logic train steamed on towards contemporary issues with the women in our deen. Inshallah, I will get thoughtful responses.
To elaborate, when I was young, catholic nuns wore the full habit and you knew who they were as apart from other women on the street. Likewise, if I ever looked at an image of Mary, she was covered likewise. I know this was a certain time period, yet the nuns of that day still thought it proper. This got me to thinking, I understand that many of my fellow american muslims will tell me that the best garment is modesty for a woman, yes, but even if the hijab is not a specific prescription as per Al-Qur'an itself, if worn for the right reasons it still sets her apart from the unbelievers.
I remember a catholic priest when I was young likewise, that had made a similar idea. "When I wear the black clothes and white collar, people know what I stand for and that I am set apart as a priest for this life. Reminds me to be humble before God and to always serve him and my fellow man as best I can."
I am not just going to speak to the women of course. I happily wear my kufi, long white shirt and dress pants as my regular outfit as a means of showing my appreciation of being a muslim and I have had more random strangers speak to me than when I would wear plain clothes earlier in my life as a revert. We can argue about the beard or what else may be worn by a brother, yet if the idea of wearing it is to be a living testament to our faith set apart from those who do not follow the deen and it inspires them to speak.. is this not a good thing?
Now, back to the sisters.. I am not advising all muslimahs to wear niqab and I am no scholar by any means of Al-Qur'an, yet I know as a former christian there were passages speaking about not being even in the presence of evil and to always strive to be modest of mind and deed. I know Al-Qur'an speaks of the same thing. So, as a means of modesty and humility at the honor to be a muslim, should they not wear a head covering and dress most modestly? This sets them apart from the rest, especially in america where I have seen...well, I will not burden the reader with the specifics, yet it was most unappropriate.
To finish, and I know I have a miniature book by now, lol, Jazak Allah Khair to the brothers and sisters who are still reading this. I would wrap up with saying, I recall there being a passage about we are only different in our modesty and how deeply we long to serve Allah. Please, Inshallah, correct me if I am wrong.
In all peace and humility I offer this, in hopes to hear thoughts on this matter.
Wa Alaikum Salaam Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh.
Interesting read. So are you saying that the head covering is a sort of uniform, a little like the Nun's habit?
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Brothers and Sisters in Islam, I greet you.. Asalaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh.
I was thinking this morning about how things are in America, as regards my own upbringing and then the logic train steamed on towards contemporary issues with the women in our deen. Inshallah, I will get thoughtful responses.
To elaborate, when I was young, catholic nuns wore the full habit and you knew who they were as apart from other women on the street. Likewise, if I ever looked at an image of Mary, she was covered likewise. I know this was a certain time period, yet the nuns of that day still thought it proper. This got me to thinking, I understand that many of my fellow american muslims will tell me that the best garment is modesty for a woman, yes, but even if the hijab is not a specific prescription as per Al-Qur'an itself, if worn for the right reasons it still sets her apart from the unbelievers.
I remember a catholic priest when I was young likewise, that had made a similar idea. "When I wear the black clothes and white collar, people know what I stand for and that I am set apart as a priest for this life. Reminds me to be humble before God and to always serve him and my fellow man as best I can."
I am not just going to speak to the women of course. I happily wear my kufi, long white shirt and dress pants as my regular outfit as a means of showing my appreciation of being a muslim and I have had more random strangers speak to me than when I would wear plain clothes earlier in my life as a revert. We can argue about the beard or what else may be worn by a brother, yet if the idea of wearing it is to be a living testament to our faith set apart from those who do not follow the deen and it inspires them to speak.. is this not a good thing?
Now, back to the sisters.. I am not advising all muslimahs to wear niqab and I am no scholar by any means of Al-Qur'an, yet I know as a former christian there were passages speaking about not being even in the presence of evil and to always strive to be modest of mind and deed. I know Al-Qur'an speaks of the same thing. So, as a means of modesty and humility at the honor to be a muslim, should they not wear a head covering and dress most modestly? This sets them apart from the rest, especially in america where I have seen...well, I will not burden the reader with the specifics, yet it was most unappropriate.
To finish, and I know I have a miniature book by now, lol, Jazak Allah Khair to the brothers and sisters who are still reading this. I would wrap up with saying, I recall there being a passage about we are only different in our modesty and how deeply we long to serve Allah. Please, Inshallah, correct me if I am wrong.
In all peace and humility I offer this, in hopes to hear thoughts on this matter.
Wa Alaikum Salaam Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh.
Peace
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Head covering isn't a sign of being a true muslim woman. There are many girls who wear it but don't practice their religion. I also know of girls who fornicate and some who are prostitutes and wear it!
Islam is more than a piece of cloth. It is our actions and our self respect and I'd rather people recognise me by my good works than make a judgement based on what i wear on my head.
I agree with modest clothing.
I do not agree with symbols like head scarves and kufis. If people want to wear them then that is their choice of course and I respect that. But I will not judge people based on these symbols. -
Head covering isn't a sign of being a true muslim woman. There are many girls who wear it but don't practice their religion. I also know of girls who fornicate and some who are prostitutes and wear it!
Islam is more than a piece of cloth. It is our actions and our self respect and I'd rather people recognise me by my good works than make a judgement based on what i wear on my head.
I agree with modest clothing.
I do not agree with symbols like head scarves and kufis. If people want to wear them then that is their choice of course and I respect that. But I will not judge people based on these symbols.bravo bravo bravo
Well said. That is definitely true.
peace
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Head covering isn't a sign of being a true muslim woman. There are many girls who wear it but don't practice their religion. I also know of girls who fornicate and some who are prostitutes and wear it!
Peace
Absolutely wrong arguement.
I know many muslims who believe in Quran but commit fornication.Does this mean one should ask people not to believe in Quran??Regards
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Peace,
Respectfully.I've seen women around here wear hijabs and i'v ebeen told that hijab is suppose to hide them but these same women who wear hijabs and even burqas, also wear make up, i mean, lots of lots of lots of make up which of course brings attention of men and they look at them even more then the girls dressed in the 21st., century dreses.
Why do women who wear hijabs, also wear make up? Hiajbs is to hide and make up attracts ....?
Am i missing something?Peace.
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The belief in the Quran isn't enough. It is the practice of what you learn from it.
people who learn "beating up the wife" from quran, they do practice it!
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Peace
Those who Promote Prostituition and bring its justification from the Quran cannot tolerate "head cover".
ReferenceReply #419 on May 27, 2009, 080302 AM ? Quote
4-24 ----------seek them with your money , with an aim to maintain chastity, not fornicating, you must pay them their wages before you touch them , and when you have enjoyed them, there is no sin upon you what you both agree to. God is knowledgeable wise.
What I understand out of this is that "Prostitution is allowed" because,
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The "marriage/Nikah" word is missing from this very important commandment.
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You are to seek her with your money (in a normal relationship you dont seek the woman with your money, you seek them with your luv)
http//free-minds.org/forum/index.php?topic=9598241.405
Regards
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Peace
Those who Promote Prostituition and bring its justification from the Quran cannot tolerate "head cover".
Referencehttp//free-minds.org/forum/index.php?topic=9598241.405
Regards
Who's promoting prostitution? I can't see anyone on this thread promoting it
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Head covering isn't a sign of being a true muslim woman. There are many girls who wear it but don't practice their religion. I also know of girls who fornicate and some who are prostitutes and wear it!
Islam is more than a piece of cloth. It is our actions and our self respect and I'd rather people recognise me by my good works than make a judgement based on what i wear on my head.
I agree with modest clothing.
I do not agree with symbols like head scarves and kufis. If people want to wear them then that is their choice of course and I respect that. But I will not judge people based on these symbols.Some from Saudi Arabia who wear head-covers come to Europe to eat during Ramadan. The head-cover has absolutely NOTHING to do with Islam - it is an Arabian/Jewish practice. Some just do it to "look Muslim" or for Political purposes, or simply because they're forced to. Look at Iran, for example.
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Some from Saudi Arabia who wear head-covers come to Europe to eat during Ramadan. The head-cover has absolutely NOTHING to do with Islam - it is an Arabian/Jewish practice. Some just do it to "look Muslim" or for Political purposes, or simply because they're forced to. Look at Iran, for example.
Peace
You do not need to go to Europe to eat during Ramadan. You can do at your home without letting anyone know.
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Peace
You do not need to go to Europe to eat during Ramadan. You can do at your home without letting anyone know.
RegardsI was talking about the reality - and my point was that just because you have a head-cover doesnt mean you're pious.
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I was talking about the reality - and my point was that just because you have a head-cover doesnt mean you're pious.
Peace
I have seen many people who believe and read the Quran but do many bad acts which are prohibited.Does it mean they should stop believing in the Quran ?
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Peace
I have seen many people who believe and read the Quran but do many bad acts which are prohibited.Does it mean they should stop believing in the Quran ?Did I say anything that is even close to what you are suggesting?
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Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh
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I had hoped this would not offer a platform for the sort of comments I have seen.
Let me reiterate my point, Inshallah.
It is a da'wah opportunity here in the west, that people might come forward and ask about it. Which is one of the points I made in the original post.
Secondly, the hijab does not make one modest, but it should remind one of Allah and to be modest in behavior. I heard a fictional story meant to illustrate a point about a man who was disfigured from birth.. yet he was fashioned a mask of a handsome face. At first, it itched and was not comfortable, yet after a few years, he found his skin had begun to contort into the shape of the mask itself and he was made handsome for it. The point being, I think when it is done properly, the covering and what it means, it can remind a woman or a man that this style of clothing means something.
Please brothers and sisters, keep to the original intent of my post and not hijack it as a means to proliferate your dislike or distaste for it for whatever social or political reasons.
Inshallah, Allah will guide us on the true path.
